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Thaler
1679 year| Silver | 27.65 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | City of Bern |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1648-1798) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1679 |
| Value | 1 Thaler |
| Currency | Thaler (1646-1798) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 27.65 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#101417 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cruciform of intertwined B's, star in center. Date and mintmark in legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: DOMINVS PROVIDEBIT * 1679 . V .
Comment
Similar to KM #64 (with reverse lettering of "BENEDICTVS...")Examples of this type:
• Example #1 (27.65g, Good Very Fine):
© Image courtesy of SINCONA AG:
◦ Auctioned by SINCONA AG, Auction 30, 20 May 2016, Lot 3578. Sold for 1,300 CHF.
Interesting fact
The Thaler 1679 from the City of Bern is an interesting coin because it was minted during a time when the city was experiencing significant economic growth and political stability. The coin's silver content and weight of 27.65 grams also make it a valuable and collectible item among numismatists.
